Gaal György magyar népmese-gyűjteménye (2. kötet)
by György Gaal
- First published: Date unknown
- Language: Hungarian
"Magyar népmese-gyűjteménye (2. kötet)" by György Gaal is a collection of Hungarian folk tales written in the mid-19th century. The volume includes a variety of folk stories, showcasing the rich oral tradition of Hungarian storytelling, likely reflecting the cultural values and morals of the time. The opening portion introduces a narrative filled with magic, adventure, and the trials of three royal brothers embarking on a quest to find a healing water for their ailing father. At the start of the collection, the story focuses on King’s sons—Imre, Edvárd, and Innocens—who seek a cure for their sick father. They learn that there is a special water that can restore his health, prompting their adventure. As the brothers set sail, they encounter a crying girl floating on the water, whom the youngest, Innocens, helps after his brothers refuse to assist. This act of kindness foreshadows the challenges and moral decisions he will face throughout their journey, highlighting themes of compassion and bravery against a backdrop of magical trials. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Edition | Date | Publisher | Language | ISBN | Access | Links |
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Project Gutenberg electronic edition Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition. | 2012-04-01 | Project Gutenberg | Hungarian | — | Public domain (USA) |
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